Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Over Garlic Rice
Craving a dish that’s both creamy and spicy? Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Over Garlic Rice is your answer! This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a rich, flavorful peri-peri sauce served atop fluffy garlic-infused rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish promises a burst of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its easy preparation and family-friendly taste, you’ll love how quickly it comes together, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy the comforting combination of spices and creaminess in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Sautéing
- Cuisine: African
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp peri-peri sauce
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add chicken stock to deglaze the pan; stir in heavy cream, peri-peri sauce, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Serve over cooked garlic rice with fresh parsley as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg